Beyond the Uniform: TDCJ's Legacy of Service in Pecos County News Staff Thu, 11/05/2026 - 06:10 In-page image(s) X Body For more than three decades, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has played an important role in Fort Stockton's workforce and community.

The Fort Stockton Unit opened in July 1992, followed by the James Lynaugh Unit in September 1994.

Together, these facilities have provided employment opportunities in corrections, administration, education, healthcare, and public safety while contributing to the local economy.